Unalienable Rights We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable rights, that among these are life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness. “Unalienable rights”: many … Continued
Suffering and Scripture People in the Western world have been able to experience an extraordinary level of sheltering from suffering and evil in the world. Advances in technology and healthcare have extended life and the quality thereof along with deadening … Continued
2 Peter 3:8 and the End of the World But forget not this one thing, beloved, that one day is with the Lord as a thousand years, and a thousand years as one day (2 Peter 3:8). Ever since Jesus … Continued
“Progress” That which hath been is that which shall be; and that which hath been done is that which shall be done: and there is no new thing under the sun (Ecclesiastes 1:9). “Things are different now. People back then … Continued
Bailout! The Great Recession has led to great economic distress in our nation. Many financial companies had overextended themselves, and if they were left to handle the situation on their own, many would have gone bankrupt. The United States government … Continued
A Most Challenging Command To him therefore that knoweth to do good, and doeth it not, to him it is sin (James 4:17). How do we define a “good, moral person”? Much of the time, a “good, moral person” is … Continued
The Unseen Reality The situation seemed dire. The prophet Elisha had helped the king of Israel three times now. The Aramaean king was very distressed that he could not get the advantage against Israel, and he had learned that Elisha … Continued
Finding Freedom Recent events, particularly in north Africa, have been quite compelling. Autocrats who have ruled for decades have been seriously challenged and even toppled within weeks. People are rising up throughout north Africa and in the Arab world, seeking … Continued
Why the Church Matters If you pay attention to the headlines and the “talking heads,” you would get the impression that the church is in trouble. More and more people seem to be leaving churches, seeking out their own “spirituality.” … Continued
Your Talents Imagine that you have been given $2,000, and you are charged to take it and make more money. How would you do so? Would you go and try to find ways to invest it? Would you use it … Continued